disappearingme
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Managed to get in 50oz of fluid in my first day home. I think I'm going to do okay! #wls
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Less than 48 hours til surgery!
disappearingme posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm less than 48 hours from surgery now, and somehow it still doesn't seem real! I honestly don't think I'll believe it until I wake up from anesthesia and it's been done. This morning, I took the magnesium citrate and started clear fluids. Nothing to eat today or tomorrow, nothing to drink after midnight tomorrow night. I'll be at the hospital at 6:30 am Monday and surgery is at 8:30! I already got my prescriptions filled for liquid Roxicet and Axid, bought some liquid tylenol, Powerade zero, fruit juice (to be diluted) and have made 16 4 oz. containers of sugar free Jello. I'll probably make more jello just so I don't have to worry about it later. I have my bag mostly packed, but only with essentials. I've got instant beef and chicken broth on hand, as well as decaf tea and sugar free drink mixes. Somehow, I feel like I'm forgetting something! I'm a student, and classes start back up on Tuesday. I've already let my professors know that I'm having surgery so hopefully that'll be okay. Babysitters are lined up. I'm ready to go but still a bit nervous. Any last minute advice? -
Post-op Shopping List
disappearingme replied to ATLGirl's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Sounds great to me! You reminded me to get peppermint tea. I've also heard people talk about papaya enzymes to help break up proteins (?) and relieve the "stuck food" feeling, overeating and foamies. -
That sounds very yummy, I bet my husband would love it, too.
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Anyone seeing Dr. Ahuja?
disappearingme replied to disappearingme's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
Thank you for your fast reply! I looked your email address up on Facebook and added your wife as a friend. If you'd like to add me yourself, my address is lisa@momproject.org (I know some people don't like their spouses as friends with the opposite sex, so I didn't add you myself, no offense, just didn't want to cause issues!) I've heard of leaks and read about all the signs and symptoms. I'm so sorry nobody noticed them. I did know Dr. Ahuja was gone, but I'm surprised they didn't tell those who were going through surgery. He's back now. I'm actually supposed to have my surgery Monday, but I will ask him about immediate complications. Did your wife have the leak test on Day 2? Did she stay on Clear liquids for 2 weeks then purees for 2 weeks? Sorry for all the questions, I'm trying to cover my bases! I do appreciate your honesty. I actually asked about a JP drain and was told no. I wonder if the policy will now change. I hope your wife continues to improve! -
I know there are a few people here, but no idea how to tell! I'm seeing Dr. Ahuja and my surgery is scheduled for January 17th. I've been talking (mostly on Facebook) with some other people in the area and it's been really nice to keep in touch! I mostly attend the evening support group, but I've been able to make a couple Monday afternoons.
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Anyone seeing Dr. Ahuja?
disappearingme replied to disappearingme's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
I'm very sorry that your wife had such a bad experience. You said that it wasn't gas, may I ask what the complication was that sent her to BJ in St Louis? I do know that there are risks with the surgery and complications do come up. I know that the surgery is not a guarantee for everyone, but I also know that a person can do fine. I actually started this process in March of 2009, so New Life Weight Loss Center has been open for at least 2 years. How is your wife doing now? Has her problems been resolved? -
Ugh. Husband told his boss I'm having #wls I had told him to say I was having surgery for a hiatal hernia, but he forgot.
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Just tried soy milk for the first time, and surprised I like it! Wish I could have it on clear liquids. #wls
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Had one last visit at the weight loss center today and got the final okay for surgery. 11 more days, but it still doesn't seem real! #wls
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My driver's license says I weigh 210 - I'm actually 50 lbs heavier. Can't wait to renew it this November and put my real weight then! #wls
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Anyone seeing Dr. Ahuja?
disappearingme replied to disappearingme's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
We'll be in the hospital at the same time. Good luck with your surgery! Are you scheduled for the pre-op group tomorrow? -
I've lost 25 lbs since Oct. 29th! My goal is to lose 30 before surgery. I may just make it! 2 more weeks. #wls
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I think it's officially time to give up my size 28 jeans. Went grocery shopping & had to hold them up to keep them from falling down! #wls
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I had a piece of cornbread with my blackeyed peas and greens. Only one though. I want more, but I'm not doing it!
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Had a vanilla protein shake for breakfast with a tsp of instant coffee and a dash of sugar free irish cream syrup. Delicious!
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Need Help with Soda Addiction
disappearingme replied to lkcraig316's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I used to be highly dependent on caffeine. I had 2-3 cups of coffee a day plus 4-5 cups of sweet tea and/or soda. I had always had bad headaches in the past when going off caffeine, so I was scared to try again. But, I wanted the sleeve more than I wanted the caffeine! So, I weaned myself off slowly. I decreased my caffeine consumption by one cup a day. I did not have any chocolate, excedrin, or anything that contained added caffeine. Once I got to one soda, I stopped the next day. No caffeine at all. I went through heavy withdrawal for about 3 days, including headaches, and it took a week or two for the sluggishness to go away. But, I feel so much better now being off of it! I don't have near as many headaches as I used to. I supplement with decaf tea made with splenda, plus the Great Value Sugar Free Drink Mixes and Sugar Free Hawaiian Punch. Good luck! -
New blog post! http://theamazingdisappearingme.blogspot.com #wls Psychological Evaluation
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So disappointed, went for my psych eval today and I wasn't on their schedule. They are going to try to work me in tomorrow afternoon. #wls
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Should not have allowed myself Christmas goodies. I've gained 2 pounds! Why is my mom's fudge and my dad's pumpkin roll so delicious?
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I just Walked Like an Egyptian. Thanks to DH for getting me Just Dance 2 for Christmas!